u/Effective-Tip-6218

I’m looking for mainly a commuter bike (I’ll be on a paved, but bumpy, road 80% of the time) but live in a mountain town with a lot of trail systems around so I’m sure 20% of the time I’ll be on gravel roads and trails. I’ve tried out both bikes and liked the stability of the trail 2 but not sure how it would do with a basket on the back and as a commuter bike mainly (also seems maybe overkill for mainly commuting since it’s a mtn bike). The quick xc seems marketed better for what I’m doing but also have heard some negative things about the suspension? I live in an area with bumpy roads so I’m looking for a smooth ride. I’m new to biking (well affording a decent bike) so just looking to buy the right thing! thanks in advance